Pesto Chicken And Pasta Recipes

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SPENCE'S PESTO CHICKEN PASTA



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This is a great recipe that my boyfriend put together on a Sunday evening after a bike ride. You can't go wrong with all of the flavors in this dish!

Provided by ChezCristy

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

½ pound linguine pasta
1 (8 ounce) skinless, boneless chicken breast, cut into small pieces
salt and ground black pepper to taste
3 tablespoons olive oil
6 whole garlic cloves
4 ounces fresh mushrooms, halved
6 ounces roasted red peppers, drained and chopped
1 (7.5 ounce) jar marinated artichoke hearts, drained and quartered
3 ounces fresh spinach leaves
¼ cup prepared basil pesto, or to taste
1 tablespoon freshly grated Parmesan cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil over high heat. Once the water is boiling, stir in the linguine, and return to a boil. Cook the pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the pasta has cooked through, but is still firm to the bite, about 11 minutes. Drain well in a colander set in the sink.
  • While the pasta is boiling, sprinkle the chicken with salt and black pepper. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat, and cook the chicken pieces until lightly browned, about 10 minutes, stirring frequently. Stir in the garlic cloves, mushrooms, roasted red peppers, and artichoke hearts; reduce heat to a simmer, and cook until the mushrooms begin to give off their juices, 5 to 8 minutes. Stir in the spinach, and simmer just until the leaves are wilted, about 2 minutes.
  • Transfer the cooked linguine into a bowl, and toss with the basil pesto. Divide the pasta between 2 plates, and serve topped with the chicken mixture. Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over each plate to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 511.8 calories, Carbohydrate 53.5 g, Cholesterol 35.2 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 5.4 g, Protein 26.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.2 g, Sodium 540.4 mg, Sugar 3.7 g

CHICKEN PESTO PASTA



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Chicken Pesto Pasta, a creamy chicken and pasta recipe with bow-tie pasta and succulent chicken cooked in lightened-up yet creamy Basil Pesto Sauce. Only 15 minutes of prep makes this recipe perfect for quick dinner. Plus pasta is tasty, lite, and flavorful. I bet more flavorful than Pesto Pasta from your favorite Italian restaurant. Give it a try! My version of Chicken Pesto Pasta is special. Sauce is creamy yet lite with delicious flavor Pesto. Just three things make all the difference: I use Homemade Basil Pesto. (Don't worry if you can't. Also sharing few of my trusted store-bought Basil Pesto brands.)To lighten-up the pasta sauce, I replace heavy cream with half-and-half. (half the cream and half the milk).I give sauce more depth of flavor with herbs and by cooking chicken in same pan before making sauce. Flavor of cooking chicken and seasonings makes sauce bold and delicious.The resulting Pesto Pasta is creamy, indulgent, and has knock-out pesto flavor. So delicious!I highly recommend trying this recipe. Needs only 15 minutes of prep. Once you have the Basil Pesto, rest of recipe comes together in minutes. Simply cook fresh bowtie pasta. While pasta cooks, cook chicken and sauce in one pan. Mix the two with some parmesan cheese. Wallah! Dinner is ready to devour!So, let's make some Chicken Pesto Pasta tonight!PESTO CHICKEN PASTABasil Pesto (also know as Green Pesto) and cream sauce is the heart of this Creamy Pesto Chicken Pasta. In-fact, the fragrance of fresh Pesto was my inspiration behind creating this chicken dinner. Making Pesto Pasta Sauce is easy and super quick. You need only 6 ingredients. Fresh Basil PestoGarlicParmesan CheeseHeavy Cream or Cream Half and Half.Lemon juiceChicken Stock - I skip chicken stock when making Chicken Pesto Pasta because I saute chicken with seasonings in the pan first, then make sauce in same pan. The flavorful bits of chicken stuck on pan give delicious depth of flavor to the sauce without chicken stock. If you are making only Pesto Sauce, I recommend using the Chicken Stock.Tip: You can even make pesto sauce ahead of time and refrigerate. When ready to eat, cook pasta, saute chicken, add sauce and pasta. That's it. Ready to serve.Besides Pesto Sauce, two quintessential ingredients of Chicken Pesto Pasta are: Veggies and Chicken.VEGGIES:We often eat chicken pesto pasta with tomatoes and broccoli. When I'm out of broccoli, I love adding zucchini, summer squash and green peas for substantial serving of veggies in the pasta. In my humble opinion, all of these veggies - tomatoes, zucchini, and broccoli benefit from the fragrant and creamy pesto sauce. I cook veggies al-dente. With sauce, these tastes crunchy and so good! Even picky eaters love'em. Trust me, I know because I have a picky eater at home who devoured whole bowl of pasta - zucchini tomato included. So, you can use any of these veggies in Pesto Pasta:Tomatoes Or Cherry Tomatoes.BroccoliMushroomsZucchiniSummer SquashGreen PeasBell PeppersArtichokesCHICKEN:Chicken for Pesto Pasta can be cooked various ways. I like to cook small diced chicken thighs in saute pan and then build sauce in same pan to add flavor in Pesto Sauce without Chicken Stock. You can also use Rotisserie Chicken to save some time. I only recommend to heat the chicken in sauce to make sauce more flavorful or use 1/4 cup of chicken stock. You can make Chicken Pesto Pasta with Grilled Chicken. For grilled chicken pesto pasta, season chicken with oil, lemon and seasonings (salt plus herbs/spice-blend of your choice). While chicken marinates, heat a grilling pan or an outdoor grill. Grill chicken on hot grill until grill marks appear. Let cook both sides until internal temperature of chicken registers 165 degrees Fahrenheit. While chicken grills, cook pasta and make pesto sauce as suggested in the recipe card. I recommend to add 1/4 cup chicken stock in the sauce for more flavor. Once chicken is ready. Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing. Serve sliced grilled chicken with Pesto Pasta.Tip: You can also serve Pesto Pasta with lean protein such as shrimp, white-meat chicken or tofu. Cook any of these proteins in pan with salt and pepper before cooking sauce. You can also grill protein like I described above. PASTA:Honestly, options are endless. Whether you like penne, farfalle, spaghetti, or tagliatelle. All these pasta shapes work with cream basil pesto sauce. Sauce coats the pasta very nicely. When I make pasta, I follow a simple tip that I learned from Chef Giada of Food Network. Add pasta to sauce, don't mix, first add the grated parmesan (or cheese of choice) on the hot cooked pasta. This way, cheese sticks to the cooked pasta, then this combination holds sauce very nicely. You will never eat bland pasta. I bet.Tip: Try Zucchini Pasta (zucchini noodles) instead of wheat pasta for a low-carb Pesto Pasta dinner.If you don't have chicken/shrimp, this Pesto Pasta also works perfect vegetarian. (hint hint)Try something different for dinner tonight. I have made Chicken Pesto Pasta easy to prepare at home, as a complete meal - Pasta with fragrant Pesto Sauce, chicken, tomatoes and zucchini. Drop a message and share with me your favorite Chicken and Pasta Dinner?Stay safe and take precautions to beat the COVID-19 virus out of this world.

Provided by Savita

Categories     Pasta     Main Course

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lbs Chicken, boneless thigh or breast, small diced
1/2 lbs Pasta, tubular pasta such as penne or farfalle
1 Zucchini, diced to half moons
1 Cup Cherry Tomatoes
1/4 Bunch Fresh Herbs, such as parsley or basil, optional, for serving.
1 tbsp Cooking Oil
1 tsp Garlic, 1-2 cloves, minced
1/2 tsp Salt and Black Pepper, half and half
1/2 Cup Basil Pesto, to make fresh, check recipe link in notes.
1/2 Cup Cream, half and half
1/2 tsp Chili Flakes
1 tbsp Lemon, juice
1/3 Cup Parmesan Cheese, grated
1/4 Cup Water, use Chicken Stock for more flavor

Steps:

  • Bring pot of water to rolling boil. Season with salt. Add pasta and cook boiling until pasta is al-dente (about 10-12 minutes) For best results, check pasta package for al-dente cooking time.
  • Heat oil in a large heavy bottom skillet to medium-high heat. Add garlic and chili flakes. Cook stirring often for 20-30 seconds or until garlic is fragrant. Don't let garlic burn. Add diced chicken. Sprinkle generous pinch of salt on chicken before stirring. Stir cook chicken for 2-3 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink and develops some color. Transfer chicken to a plate.
  • In, now empty, same pan on medium heat, add basil pesto. You don't need more oil since pesto has oil in it. Cook pesto for 30 seconds to 1 minute or until it is fragrant. Add cream half and half, water (or stock if using). Bring to boil then lower heat to medium. Mix in half of the parmesan cheese. Add chicken back into the sauce with cherry tomatoes and zucchini. Cook for 3-5 minutes or until Pesto Sauce thickens and chicken is fully cooked. Once sauce thickens, mix in lemon juice and salt. Taste and adjust salt and black pepper.
  • Add cooked and drained pasta to chicken with pesto. Sprinkle remaining parmesan cheese on the top of pasta. Now, coat the pasta in the sauce. Add 2-3 tbsp of the chopped fresh herb of your choice. Serve Chicken Pesto Pasta while still hot. Enjoy.

ONE-PAN GARLIC CHICKEN PESTO PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY



One-Pan Garlic Chicken Pesto Pasta Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: canola oil, chicken breasts, garlic, kosher salt, black pepper, heavy cream, grated parmesan cheese, pesto, penne pasta, cherry tomato, parmesan cheese, fresh basil

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon canola oil
2 chicken breasts, sliced into 1/2 inch (2cm) strips
2 tablespoons garlic, chopped
½ tablespoon kosher salt
½ tablespoon black pepper, freshly ground
¾ cup heavy cream
½ cup grated parmesan cheese
¼ cup pesto
3 cups penne pasta, cooked and drained
¾ cup cherry tomato, halved
parmesan cheese, to garnish
fresh basil, chopped, to garnish

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a pan over high heat. Combine the chicken, garlic, salt, and pepper, cooking until chicken is browned.
  • Then, mix in the heavy cream, parmesan, and pesto, stirring until evenly combined.
  • Next, bring to a boil and cook until the sauce has reduced, about five to seven minutes.
  • Toss in the pasta and cherry tomatoes, stirring until evenly coated. Remove from heat.
  • To serve, sprinkle parmesan cheese and basil on top!
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 892 calories, Carbohydrate 99 grams, Fat 36 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 47 grams, Sugar 6 grams

PESTO PASTA WITH CHICKEN



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Easy and delicious pasta with chicken. Serve with crusty bread and salad for a quick dinner. Use as much or as little pesto sauce as you like. Using homemade pesto will taste even better, but it adds to prep time. Enjoy!

Provided by Kristin

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) package bow tie pasta
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
crushed red pepper flakes to taste
⅓ cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and cut into strips
½ cup pesto sauce

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Saute garlic until tender, then stir in chicken. Season with red pepper flakes. Cook until chicken is golden, and cooked through.
  • In a large bowl, combine pasta, chicken, sun-dried tomatoes and pesto. Toss to coat evenly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328 calories, Carbohydrate 43.3 g, Cholesterol 22.1 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 17.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 153.5 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

MEAL PREP PESTO CHICKEN PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY



Meal Prep Pesto Chicken Pasta Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: oil, salt, large chicken breast, asparagus, cherry tomatoes, pesto, whole wheat penne, parsley

Provided by Joey Firoben

Categories     Lunch

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon oil
salt, to taste
1 lb large chicken breast, cooked and diced
2 cups asparagus, cut into 1 1/2-in/38-mm pieces
10 oz cherry tomatoes, halved
⅔ cup pesto
2 cups whole wheat penne, measured dry
parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet. Toss in the asparagus, season with a bit of salt, and sautée until the begin to soften, about 3 minutes.
  • Pour on the pesto, pasta, and chicken and stir to combine.
  • Toss in the cherry tomatoes and give everything a stir to combine and warm through.
  • Distribute pasta mixture evenly between 4 tupperware containers.
  • Top with parsley for garnish.
  • Can be refrigerated up to 4 days.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 782 calories, Carbohydrate 71 grams, Fat 31 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 53 grams, Sugar 5 grams

TEENA'S SPICY PESTO CHICKEN AND PASTA



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A spicy chicken and pesto pasta dish that's easy to adjust to any heat level. I created it after eating a similar dish at a Santa Monica restaurant, and it's one of my favorites. Serve with additional grated Parmesan, if desired. As an option, it's delicious with creamy goat cheese stirred in at the end.

Provided by LAGIRL

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 40m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (16 ounce) package uncooked farfalle (bow tie) pasta
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon hot chile paste (such as sambal oelek)
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves - cut into 1 inch pieces
6 tablespoons prepared basil pesto
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Place farfalle pasta in the pot, cook for 8 to 10 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Mix in the chile paste and chicken. Cook and stir chicken 10 minutes, or until evenly browned and juices run clear.
  • Toss the cooked farfalle, pesto, Parmesan cheese, and cilantro into the skillet, and continue cooking just until heated through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 421.7 calories, Carbohydrate 45.5 g, Cholesterol 42.7 mg, Fat 15.2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 24.9 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 214.8 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

PESTO PASTA WITH CHICKEN AND TOMATOES



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Pesto is easy to make from scratch with just a handful of ingredients. Its fresh flavor is the highlight of this super-fast pasta dish, packed with cherry tomatoes and chicken.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup firmly packed fresh basil leaves
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup olive oil
1 clove garlic
2 tablespoons sliced almonds, toasted
12 oz uncooked penne pasta (3 1/2 cups) (from 16-oz package)
3 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
2 cups shredded cooked chicken
2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup julienned fresh basil leaves
3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • In blender or food processor, place Pesto ingredients.
  • Cover and process on medium speed about 3 minutes, stopping occasionally to scrape down sides with rubber spatula, until smooth. Set aside.
  • In 4-quart saucepan, heat penne and broth just to boiling over high heat. Reduce heat to medium; cover and cook 8 to 10 minutes, stirring frequently, until al dente and liquid is almost absorbed. Remove from heat. Add pesto; stir in chicken and tomatoes; cook over medium 2 to 3 minutes or until thoroughly heated.
  • Garnish with basil and 3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Carbohydrate 52 g, Cholesterol 45 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 740 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g

SLOW COOKER CREAMY PESTO CHICKEN AND PASTA



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Super-creamy and flavorful from pesto and grated Parmesan cheese, this chicken and pasta dish is made in a slow cooker and perfectly rich.

Provided by Meretia

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes     Pasta

Time 5h10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breasts
2 cups chicken broth
2 cups water, or as needed
salt and pepper to taste
1 (8 ounce) jar pesto
2 cups heavy whipping cream, divided
1 (16 ounce) package egg noodles
8 ounces grated Parmesan-Romano-Asiago cheese
½ cup milk

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a slow cooker on High power. Add broth and water to cover. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Cover and cook until chicken is no longer pink inside, about 3 hours.
  • Remove chicken from slow cooker, shred using a fork, and return meat to the pot. Add 1 cup cream and entire jar of pesto.
  • Cook on High 1 more hour.
  • Add remaining cream, egg noodles, and 3/4 of the grated Parmesan-Romano-Asiago cheese to the slow cooker. Add milk.
  • Cook on High until noodles are cooked, about 1 hour more. Add extra milk for a thinner sauce. Top with remaining Parmesan-Romano-Asiago cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 831.6 calories, Carbohydrate 45.7 g, Cholesterol 230.6 mg, Fat 49.7 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 49.9 g, SaturatedFat 24 g, Sodium 1075 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

PHENOMENAL CHICKEN AND PASTA IN CREAMY PESTO SAUCE



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An extremely delicious meal: the crunch of pine nuts and the tang of sun-dried tomatoes combine with chicken and pasta in a heavenly pesto cream sauce. Be sure to taste and salt before serving, because depending on what kind of chicken broth you use, the dish may require no salt at all or may be extremely under-salted.

Provided by GILL846

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 55m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 21

2 cups fresh basil
3 cloves garlic
⅓ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
⅓ cup pine nuts
1 medium ripe tomato, chopped
¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup chicken broth
1 cup white wine
2 tablespoons dried basil
2 teaspoons dried oregano
2 cloves garlic, minced
6 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1 (16 ounce) package dried penne pasta
5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 large onion, diced
1 tablespoon sugar
½ (8 ounce) jar oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and sliced
⅓ cup pine nuts
½ cup white wine
1 cup heavy cream
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Place basil, garlic, Parmesan, pine nuts, and tomato in a food processor. Gradually add olive oil, while pulsing, until mixture is smooth and creamy.
  • In a bowl, stir together chicken broth, 1 cup white wine, dried basil, oregano, and minced garlic. Stir in chicken pieces.
  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add pasta, and cook until just al dente, about 8 minutes. Drain, and rinse under cold water. Toss with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Set aside.
  • Heat 3 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in onions, and sprinkle with sugar. Cook until the onions are soft and translucent. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and pine nuts, and cook about 3 minutes. Stir in chicken and marinade. Stir in 1/2 cup white wine. Simmer chicken pieces, stirring occasionally, about 8 minutes.
  • Add pasta and pesto to the skillet. Stir in cream, and cook until the sauce is thickened. Adjust salt and freshly ground pepper to taste, and serve with freshly grated Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 943 calories, Carbohydrate 71.1 g, Cholesterol 126.7 mg, Fat 49.9 g, Fiber 5.7 g, Protein 45.7 g, SaturatedFat 15 g, Sodium 220.6 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

CHICKEN PESTO PASTA



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This chicken pesto pasta is one of my favorite recipes because it's so quick and easy, but it looks and tastes like I spent all day cooking it. And it has all of my favorite things in it!-Barbara Christensen of Arvada, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 package (16 ounces) bow tie pasta
1 cup cut fresh asparagus (1-inch pieces)
1-1/4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium sweet red pepper, sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1-1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1 can (14 ounces) water-packed artichoke hearts, rinsed, drained and quartered
2 jars (3-1/2 ounces each) prepared pesto
1 jar (7 ounces) oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
2/3 cup pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions, adding asparagus during the last 3 minutes of cooking. , Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute mushrooms and red pepper in oil until tender. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Reduce heat; stir in the chicken, artichokes, pesto, tomatoes, salt and pepper flakes. Cook 2-3 minutes longer or until heated through. , Drain pasta; toss with chicken mixture. Sprinkle with cheese and pine nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 620 calories, Fat 31g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 893mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

CHICKEN PESTO WITH PASTA



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Prepared sauce accents this warm chicken pesto pasta. Keep pesto in the freezer for the next time you have leftover chicken. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (16 ounces) cellentani or spiral pasta
2 cups cubed rotisserie chicken
2 medium tomatoes, chopped
1 container (7 ounces) prepared pesto
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook pasta according to package directions; drain and return to pan. Stir in chicken, tomatoes and pesto; heat through. Sprinkle with pine nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 433 calories, Fat 18g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 239mg sodium, Carbohydrate 45g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 24g protein.

ONE-POT CHICKEN PESTO PASTA



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When my garden basil goes nuts, I make pesto and keep it frozen in small containers for the right opportunity, like this saucy one-pot chicken pesto pasta recipe. -Kimberly Fenwick, Hobart, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 teaspoon salt-free seasoning blend
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium chicken broth
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup uncooked gemelli or spiral pasta
2 cups fresh broccoli florets
1 cup frozen peas
1/3 cup prepared pesto

Steps:

  • Toss chicken with seasoning blend. In a large nonstick skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and brown evenly; remove from pan., In same pan, combine broth and lemon juice; bring to a boil, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Stir in pasta; return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 10 minutes., Add broccoli; cook, covered, 5 minutes. Return chicken to pan; cook, covered, until pasta is tender and chicken is no longer pink, 2-3 minutes longer, stirring occasionally. Add peas; heat through. Stir in pesto.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 404 calories, Fat 18g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 76mg cholesterol, Sodium 646mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PESTO CHICKEN AND PASTA



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Enjoy epic garlic-pesto flavor with our Pesto Chicken and Pasta recipe. Ready in 30 minutes, our Pesto Chicken and Pasta is a flavorful weeknight favorite.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 Tbsp. oil
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 large red pepper, cut into thin strips
1/4 cup CLASSICO Traditional Basil Pesto Sauce and Spread
1 lemon, cut in half, divided
1 cup KRAFT Finely Shredded Italian* Five Cheese Blend
2 cups hot cooked angel hair pasta

Steps:

  • Heat oil in large nonstick skillet on medium heat. Add chicken and garlic; cook and stir 4 to 5 min. or until chicken is evenly browned. Add peppers; cook 3 to 4 min. or until chicken is done, stirring frequently.
  • Stir in pasta sauce and juice from 1 lemon half; top with cheese. Cover; cook on low heat 2 to 3 min. or until cheese is melted. Spoon over pasta.
  • Serve with remaining lemon half, cut into wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 85 mg, Sodium 480 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 37 g

PARMESAN PESTO PASTA WITH CHICKEN



Parmesan Pesto Pasta with Chicken image

easy dish that tastes difficult. great for last minute get-togethers, just add salad and hot crusty french bread.....yum

Provided by Jessica Costello

Categories     Chicken

Time 20m

Yield 1 pan

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 lbs cooked chicken (cubed)
2 cups shredded parmesan cheese
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine
1 cup milk
1 cup half-and-half
1 lb penne pasta (cooked)
1 envelope of knorr pesto sauce mix

Steps:

  • in large saucepan combine butter, milk, half and half and parmesan cheese.
  • stir over med heat untill cheese is melted.
  • add pesto sauce mix and chicken.
  • simmer 5-7 minutes, until sauce thickens.
  • serve over pasta.

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2022-06-05 One-Pan Garlic Chicken Pesto Pasta Ingredients. for 4 servings. 1 tablespoon canola oil; 2 chicken breasts, sliced into 1/2 inch (2cm) strips; 2 tablespoons garlic, chopped; ½ tablespoon kosher salt; ½ tablespoon black pepper, freshly ground; ¾ cup heavy cream(175 mL) ½ cup grated parmesan cheese(55 g) ¼ cup pesto(55 g)
From thesuperhealthyfood.com


BASIL PESTO CHICKEN SPAGHETTI - CAFE DELITES
2017-04-12 Boil spaghetti according to packet directions in salted water. Drain; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water. Meanwhile, cook pesto chicken and tomatoes using this recipe. Add to pesto mixture to the cooked spaghetti with 1/2 cup of the reserved pasta …
From cafedelites.com


10 BEST PESTO PASTA WITH CHICKEN AND VEGETABLES RECIPES - YUMMLY
2022-05-16 pine nuts, chicken breast, pasta, sun-dried tomatoes in oil, pesto and 1 more Almond Broccoli Pesto Pasta Recipe with Chicken Sweet Peas and Saffron cherry tomatoes, lemons, olive oil, chicken breasts, broccoli florets and 9 more
From yummly.com


CHICKEN PESTO PASTA - CREAMY, HEALTHY & DELICIOUS!
2019-05-13 Tips on making Creamy Chicken Pesto Pasta: If you prefer, you can oven cook the chicken breasts for between 15-20 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the juices run clear.; This recipe can easily be made gluten free by using a gluten free pasta, or for a low carbohydrate diet try using spelt pasta or making courgetti using courgettes and a spirilizer.
From tamingtwins.com


GRILLED CHICKEN PESTO PASTA - LISA'S DINNERTIME DISH
2017-05-05 Heat grill to 350 degrees. Season chicken with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Grill chicken until cooked through, about 8 minutes per side. Cut chicken into thin slices. In a large bowl, combine pasta, chicken, pesto and cheese. Mix well, until chicken and pasta are well coated with the pesto, adding a small amount of the ...
From lisasdinnertimedish.com


PESTO CHICKEN VEGGIE PASTA RECIPE - A WELL SEASONED KITCHEN
Time needed: 25 minutes. Here are the 6 easy steps to making and serving this recipe: Prep water for pasta. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Prep vegetables. Core, seed and slice bell peppers into thin strips and cut into 1-inch pieces. Cut asparagus into 1 …
From seasonedkitchen.com


CHICKEN PESTO PASTA - THE WHOLESOME DISH
2015-04-29 Stir well to coat the chicken. Cook for 6-8 minutes, until the chicken is cooked through, stirring occasionally. Remove the skillet from the heat. Add the cooked and drained pasta and the pesto to the skillet with the chicken. Stir well. To loosen up the sauce, add some of the reserved starchy cooking liquid, if needed.
From thewholesomedish.com


CREAMY PESTO PASTA WITH CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI - BUDGET BYTES
2020-08-09 Once the pasta is tender, add the frozen broccoli florets to the water with the pasta and continue to cook for 2-3 more minutes, or until the broccoli is tender. Drain the pasta and broccoli in a colander. While the pasta is cooking, cut the chicken breast into ½-inch pieces. Heat one tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
From budgetbytes.com


RECIPES WITH PESTO AND CHICKEN - THERESCIPES.INFO
Easy Pesto Chicken - 4 Ingredients | Cookies and Cups hot cookiesandcups.com. 1 (5-6 ounce) jar pesto 2 - 3 ounces sliced provolone or mozzarella cheese Instructions Preheat the oven to 350°F/175°C. Lightly coat a 9×13 baking dish with nonstick spray. Set aside. Coat each chicken breast in breadcrumbs lightly and place into the prepared pan. Spread the pesto sauce on top …
From therecipes.info


ONE POT CREAMY PESTO CHICKEN PASTA RECIPE - BUDGET BYTES
2019-10-05 Cut one pound of boneless, skinless chicken breast into 1-inch pieces. Add 2 Tbsp butter to a deep skillet and melt over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and sauté until the chicken is slightly browned on the outside. Add 2 cloves of …
From budgetbytes.com


CHICKEN PESTO PASTA WITH TOMATOES - WELL PLATED BY ERIN
Combine the pesto and Greek yogurt. Add the spinach. Stir the pesto mixture together with the pasta. Stir in the chicken, tomatoes, and red pepper flakes. Layer the pasta and cheese together in the baking dish. Bake at 375 degrees F for 20 to 25 minutes. Sprinkle with more basil and more cheese, then ENJOY!
From wellplated.com


CHICKEN PESTO PASTA RECIPE - BBC FOOD
Method. Preheat the oven to 220C/200C Fan/Gas 7. Drizzle the chicken breasts with olive oil, season and wrap in kitchen foil. Bake in the oven for around 15–16 minutes until cooked through.
From bbc.co.uk


PESTO CHICKEN PASTA RECIPE - SOUTHERN PLATE
Instructions. In large skillet place 1-2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium high heat. Add chicken breasts and cook until browned on both sides, flipping as needed. Chicken does not have to be done in the center. Add both cans of tomatoes with juice, pesto sauce, garlic, and salt …
From southernplate.com


CREAMY CHICKEN PESTO PASTA RECIPE - CREME DE LA CRUMB
2021-10-13 Instructions. Heat the oil and butter in a large (12-inch), 2-inch deep skillet over medium heat. When the butter stops foaming, stir in the onion and garlic until softened and fragrant, 2-3 minutes. Stir in the chicken and cook for 1 minute, then sprinkle salt and flour over the chicken, stirring to coat.
From lecremedelacrumb.com


20-MINUTE PESTO CHICKEN AND VEGETABLES - THE MEDITERRANEAN DISH
2020-08-21 Cook for 6 to 7 minutes or so, tossing occasionally, until the veggies have softened. In a small bowl or glass measuring cup, mix together the basil pesto and cream. Add the chicken back to the skillet. Pour the pesto and cream mixture in. Reduce the heat to medium-low and cook for a minute or so.
From themediterraneandish.com


CREAMY CHICKEN PESTO PASTA - JULIA'S ALBUM
2021-06-28 Preheat oven to 400 F. Toss cherry tomatoes, sliced in half, with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and minced garlic. Spread in a casserole dish. Roast for about 20 minutes while you prepare the pasta. Prepare the chicken. This recipe uses 1.5 lb of chicken breasts which usually means 2 large chicken breasts.
From juliasalbum.com


PESTO CHICKEN AND BROCCOLI PASTA | GIMME DELICIOUS
Season with salt & pepper and cook the chicken for 5-7 minute or until browned. Add the parmesan, cream, pesto, and salt & pepper. Simmer mixture for 2-3 minutes. Add the cooked pasta and broccoli. Stir until fully combined. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and garnish with more parmesan.
From gimmedelicious.com


DISCOVER CHICKEN AND PESTO PASTA RECIPE 'S POPULAR VIDEOS | TIKTOK
chicken and pesto pasta recipe 11.1M views Discover short videos related to chicken and pesto pasta recipe on TikTok. Watch popular content from the following creators: Mariam(@mxriyum), Vanessa(@ivy_inthesky), Kath (@kathleenespolong), HUNGRY HAPPENS(@hungryhappens), Tasty(@tasty), sammypur(@sammypur), Joel …
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CHICKEN PESTO PASTA - EASY CHICKEN RECIPES
2022-03-07 How to Make Chicken Pesto Pasta. Be sure to see the recipe card below for full ingredients & instructions! Cook the pasta. Cook the chicken. Simmer the tomatoes. Add the garlic, broth, and pesto. Let the sauce simmer. Add the Parmesan. Add the chicken and pasta.
From easychickenrecipes.com


PESTO CHICKEN PASTA - NADIA LIM
400 g spiral pasta. 1 cup vegetable stock hot. 2 teaspoons cornflour. 1 leek white and pale green part only, thinly sliced. ½ bunch silverbeet thinly sliced (stalks and leaves, but kept seperate) ½ bag frozen peas. ½ cup sour cream. ¼ cup milk. 190 g jar basil pesto* or see recipe below.
From nadialim.com


BEST CHICKEN PESTO PASTA — HOW TO MAKE CHICKEN PESTO PASTA
2022-03-03 Directions. Heat the oil in a large heavy bottomed skillet over medium-high. Season chicken all over with ½ tsp. salt and ¼ tso. pepper. Add …
From delish.com


GRILLED CHICKEN PESTO PASTA : OPTIMAL RESOLUTION LIST - BESTDOGWIKI
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From recipeschoice.com


CHICKEN AND PESTO PASTA | RICARDO
Pasta and Chicken. In a saucepan of salted boiling water, cook the pasta until al dente. Drain, reserving 125 ml (1/2 cup) of cooking water. Lightly oil the pasta. Set aside. In a large skillet, brown the chicken in the oil for 3 to 4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Deglaze with the lemon juice. Add the cooking water, pesto and pasta.
From ricardocuisine.com


HOMEMADE PESTO - CARLSBAD CRAVINGS
This homemade pesto recipe instantly elevates anything it touches from pasta to chicken, fish, sandwiches, vegetables, eggs, salads, etc. It’s deliciously cheesy, garlicky and herbaceous brimming with peppery basil, salty Parmesan, nutty pine nuts, zingy garlic and rich olive oil. Best of all, this pesto recipe is easy to make in a food ...
From carlsbadcravings.com


CHICKEN BASIL PESTO PASTA - PERFECT EASY DINNER - SUGAR SALT MAGIC
2020-06-14 Cut the chicken into bite size pieces. Place the drained pasta into a large bowl. Add the chicken, bacon, most of the pesto and 2-3 tablespoons of pasta water. Use tongs to toss together well. Taste and add salt and pepper if needed, then top with basil leaves and serve.
From sugarsaltmagic.com


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